ZIPPY MACARONI AND CHEESE

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When I was asked to teach an advanced 4-H foods class, I included this recipe. The kids loved it and have been making it for their families ever since.-Glenda Schwartz, Morden, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 cup whole milk
1 small onion, grated
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup crushed cornflakes
1 tablespoon butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Add cottage, mozzarella and cheddar cheeses; set aside., In a large saucepan, combine cornstarch and milk until smooth. Stir in onion, green pepper, mustard, salt and pepper flakes. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Pour over macaroni mixture; gently stir to coat., Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Combine cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and the top is golden brown.

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Sizwe Mooki
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This recipe was a disaster! The macaroni and cheese was watery and the topping was burnt. I will not be making this again.


Meri Daadi
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I thought this macaroni and cheese was just okay. It was a little too bland for my taste.


Jena Michelle
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This was a great recipe! The macaroni and cheese was creamy and flavorful, and the topping was perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Shovi Yee
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I'm not a huge fan of macaroni and cheese, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and cheesy, I couldn't get enough of it.


Ahmad Hammad
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I made this macaroni and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Palesa Moloi
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This recipe was easy to follow and the macaroni and cheese turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmed Kerris
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This was the best macaroni and cheese I've ever had!


Sani Ibrahim
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Meh.


Black Gamer X
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This macaroni and cheese was just okay. It was a little bland for my taste, and the texture was a bit too mushy. I probably won't be making this again.


Sokhun Khy
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I was looking for a new macaroni and cheese recipe to try, and this one did not disappoint! The sharp cheddar and Gouda cheeses gave it a really rich flavor. I will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Qaisar Dar
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This macaroni and cheese was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the crispy topping. I will definitely be making this again for my next gathering.


Mirza Veer
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My family loved this Zippy Macaroni and Cheese! It was so creamy and cheesy, with a little bit of a kick from the mustard. I will definitely be making this again.